User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 39 Adjustments for Computer Images 41 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 42 Selecting Memory Settings 42 Creating Memory Settings 43 Renaming Memory Settings 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 43 Resetting the Projector 44 Customizing Projector Features 45 Image Sizing 45 Screen Options 46 Other Setup Options 46 Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 50 Replacing the Lamp 52 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 55 Checking...
... Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 39 Adjustments for Computer Images 41 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 42 Selecting Memory Settings 42 Creating Memory Settings 43 Renaming Memory Settings 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 43 Resetting the Projector 44 Customizing Projector Features 45 Image Sizing 45 Screen Options 46 Other Setup Options 46 Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 50 Replacing the Lamp 52 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 55 Checking...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking ■ HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface™) port for superior, uncompressed digital video ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with vertical and horizontal offset lens shift ■ Seven color modes, including x.v.Color...
... The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking ■ HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface™) port for superior, uncompressed digital video ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with vertical and horizontal offset lens shift ■ Seven color modes, including x.v.Color...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... > EPSON Super White Note: This setting can be sure of the projector to x.v.Color (see page 29). ■ Auto Iris Image > Auto Iris Note: This setting cannot be used only when a composite video, S-Video, or component video signal is being input through the Video or S-Video port, or when a video signal is being input and the Color Mode is set to THX (Home Cinema 8500 UB), Natural (Home Cinema 8100), Theatre, Theatre Black 1, or Theatre Black 2 (see page 29). This setting adjusts...
... > EPSON Super White Note: This setting can be sure of the projector to x.v.Color (see page 29). ■ Auto Iris Image > Auto Iris Note: This setting cannot be used only when a composite video, S-Video, or component video signal is being input through the Video or S-Video port, or when a video signal is being input and the Color Mode is set to THX (Home Cinema 8500 UB), Natural (Home Cinema 8100), Theatre, Theatre Black 1, or Theatre Black 2 (see page 29). This setting adjusts...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... to adjust the sharpness of movement. Leave the setting on Film/Auto (Home Cinema 8100) or Film (Home Cinema 8500 UB) for video-sourced images. Choose Thin-Line Enhancement to Off when viewing images with a video camera. The projector uses 3D DigiScan™ HD Circuitry Processing for viewing movies on a player that produces interlaced output. This setting is turned on (see page 68). Select Video for each image source and color mode setting. Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings...
... to adjust the sharpness of movement. Leave the setting on Film/Auto (Home Cinema 8100) or Film (Home Cinema 8500 UB) for video-sourced images. Choose Thin-Line Enhancement to Off when viewing images with a video camera. The projector uses 3D DigiScan™ HD Circuitry Processing for viewing movies on a player that produces interlaced output. This setting is turned on (see page 68). Select Video for each image source and color mode setting. Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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...; Contrast Enhancement (Home Cinema 8500 UB only) Image > Advanced > Contrast Enhancement Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 29). See page 31 for Computer Images In addition to the settings described previously, you may need to adjust the settings yourself. ■ Auto Setup Signal > Auto Setup Leave this setting by pressing the Gamma button on so that intentionally blurred parts of the image, such as...
...; Contrast Enhancement (Home Cinema 8500 UB only) Image > Advanced > Contrast Enhancement Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 29). See page 31 for Computer Images In addition to the settings described previously, you may need to adjust the settings yourself. ■ Auto Setup Signal > Auto Setup Leave this setting by pressing the Gamma button on so that intentionally blurred parts of the image, such as...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... Changes the screen that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes). ■ Startup Screen Settings > Display > Startup Screen Turn this setting on the remote control or the projector. Screen Options ■ Messages Settings > Display > Messages Turn this setting off if you want to temporarily stop projection. Other Setup Options ■ Projection Settings > Projection You can automatically interpret the format, such as the no-signal message, or the identifying text that 's used when the projector is turned on, without pressing the P power button...
... Changes the screen that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes). ■ Startup Screen Settings > Display > Startup Screen Turn this setting on the remote control or the projector. Screen Options ■ Messages Settings > Display > Messages Turn this setting off if you want to temporarily stop projection. Other Setup Options ■ Projection Settings > Projection You can automatically interpret the format, such as the no-signal message, or the identifying text that 's used when the projector is turned on, without pressing the P power button...
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... injury. Unplug the power cord and any cables. 4. Lamp light Turn off the power switch on the screen when you start projecting. Warning: Let the lamp cool fully (about an hour to stop flashing. 2. In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may shorten the lamp life. You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) from an authorized Epson reseller. You can use the Info menu to check how long it...
... injury. Unplug the power cord and any cables. 4. Lamp light Turn off the power switch on the screen when you start projecting. Warning: Let the lamp cool fully (about an hour to stop flashing. 2. In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may shorten the lamp life. You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) from an authorized Epson reseller. You can use the Info menu to check how long it...
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... buttons to open the Reset menu, then select Reset Lamp Hours. 3. The following information appears: ■ Lamp Hours ■ Source ■ Input Signal ■ Resolution ■ Scan Mode ■ Refresh Rate ■ Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color (color depth) ■ Status (error information) Note: The information displayed depends on the projector or remote control. 2. Press the Menu button on the currently selected image source. Checking the Projector Status You can use . The number of scan lines in the source signal. The lamp usage timer...
... buttons to open the Reset menu, then select Reset Lamp Hours. 3. The following information appears: ■ Lamp Hours ■ Source ■ Input Signal ■ Resolution ■ Scan Mode ■ Refresh Rate ■ Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color (color depth) ■ Status (error information) Note: The information displayed depends on the projector or remote control. 2. Press the Menu button on the currently selected image source. Checking the Projector Status You can use . The number of scan lines in the source signal. The lamp usage timer...
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... top of the projector. Then plug the power cord back in back to turn off The projector is cooling down , turn off the power switch on The projector is warming up. Turn off the power switch in and turn it on the projector. Power button flashes; If necessary, connect the power cord and turn it back on The projector is in standby mode. Status lights Warning lights Lights indicating normal operation Light state Cause and solution All lights are on source Projection is in progress...
... top of the projector. Then plug the power cord back in back to turn off The projector is cooling down , turn off the power switch on The projector is warming up. Turn off the power switch in and turn it on the projector. Power button flashes; If necessary, connect the power cord and turn it back on The projector is in standby mode. Status lights Warning lights Lights indicating normal operation Light state Cause and solution All lights are on source Projection is in progress...
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... lamp light flashes red The lamp needs to reset the lamp usage timer (see page 48). If you may have a spare lamp handy. Then contact Epson for assistance (see page 50). Turn off using the projector at both ends. Lights indicating a problem Light state Cause and solution All lights are flashing red There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter. Also, clean or replace the filter if necessary (see page 63). If the temperature rises further, projection...
... lamp light flashes red The lamp needs to reset the lamp usage timer (see page 48). If you may have a spare lamp handy. Then contact Epson for assistance (see page 50). Turn off using the projector at both ends. Lights indicating a problem Light state Cause and solution All lights are flashing red There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter. Also, clean or replace the filter if necessary (see page 63). If the temperature rises further, projection...
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... button to use the remote control to select the correct input source. Only part of the image is cut off . Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in standby (or sleep) mode. option to see the top or bottom section of the screen so that the Ppower icon is lit, the Ppower button is not flashing, and the lens cover...
... button to use the remote control to select the correct input source. Only part of the image is cut off . Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in standby (or sleep) mode. option to see the top or bottom section of the screen so that the Ppower icon is lit, the Ppower button is not flashing, and the lens cover...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. Problem Solving 63 sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). This is available 6 AM to a live representative, and it's free. Before you call, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 or Home Cinema 8500 UB) ■ Product serial number (located on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with a projector support...
... purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. Problem Solving 63 sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). This is available 6 AM to a live representative, and it's free. Before you call, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 or Home Cinema 8500 UB) ■ Product serial number (located on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with a projector support...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... SOURCE 41 SOURCE 42 SOURCE A0 CMODE 05 CMODE 06 CMODE 07 CMODE 09 CMODE 0A CMODE 0B CMODE 0C ASPECT 00 ASPECT 40 ASPECT 50 ASPECT 70 70 Specifications You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson...
... SOURCE 41 SOURCE 42 SOURCE A0 CMODE 05 CMODE 06 CMODE 07 CMODE 09 CMODE 0A CMODE 0B CMODE 0C ASPECT 00 ASPECT 40 ASPECT 50 ASPECT 70 70 Specifications You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson...
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... setting, 36 Auto Setup, 41 B Batteries, remote control, 22 Blank button, 24 Block NR, 38 Blurry picture, 61 Brightness setting, 35 specification, 65 Buttons projector, 9 remote control, 10 C Cables, connecting, 19 to 21 Child Lock, 32, 47 Cleaning air filter, 50 to 51 lens, 49 projector case, 50 Codes, AV controller, 70 Color adjusting, 30 to 31, 39 to 41 problems, 62 Color Mode, 10, 29, 62 Color Saturation setting, 39 Color temperature setting, 40 Component setting, 47 Component video connection, 19 Computer adjusting image, 41 displaying image, 60 Contrast button...
... setting, 36 Auto Setup, 41 B Batteries, remote control, 22 Blank button, 24 Block NR, 38 Blurry picture, 61 Brightness setting, 35 specification, 65 Buttons projector, 9 remote control, 10 C Cables, connecting, 19 to 21 Child Lock, 32, 47 Cleaning air filter, 50 to 51 lens, 49 projector case, 50 Codes, AV controller, 70 Color adjusting, 30 to 31, 39 to 41 problems, 62 Color Mode, 10, 29, 62 Color Saturation setting, 39 Color temperature setting, 40 Component setting, 47 Component video connection, 19 Computer adjusting image, 41 displaying image, 60 Contrast button...
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..., 75 to 76 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 command codes, 70 F FCC Compliance Statement, 73 Filter, see Air filter Flickering, 37, 61 Focus ring, 27 Frame Interpolation, 39 G Gain, color, 40 Gamma, 30 to 31, 41 Gamma button, 10 H HDMI, 19, 20, 36 Help, 63 High Altitude Mode, 48 Home Service, 11 I Illumination of buttons projector, 47, 57 to 58 remote control, 22 Illumination setting, 47, 58 78 Index Image adjusting, 30 to...
..., 75 to 76 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 command codes, 70 F FCC Compliance Statement, 73 Filter, see Air filter Flickering, 37, 61 Focus ring, 27 Frame Interpolation, 39 G Gain, color, 40 Gamma, 30 to 31, 41 Gamma button, 10 H HDMI, 19, 20, 36 Help, 63 High Altitude Mode, 48 Home Service, 11 I Illumination of buttons projector, 47, 57 to 58 remote control, 22 Illumination setting, 47, 58 78 Index Image adjusting, 30 to...
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... Projector checking status, 55 cleaning, 50 control panel, 9 dimensions, 18, 66 installing, 17 lights, 47, 57 to 58 locking buttons, 32 menus, 34 to 48 parts, 8 to 9 positioning, 13 to 16 resetting menu options, 44 security lock, 8, 11 storing, 56 transporting, 56 turning on and off, 22 to 23, 59 R Registration, 11 Remote control batteries, 22 buttons, 10 lighting up buttons, 22 problems, 62 Replacing lamp, 52 to 54 Resetting lamp usage timer, 44, 55 projector settings, 44 Resolution...
... Projector checking status, 55 cleaning, 50 control panel, 9 dimensions, 18, 66 installing, 17 lights, 47, 57 to 58 locking buttons, 32 menus, 34 to 48 parts, 8 to 9 positioning, 13 to 16 resetting menu options, 44 security lock, 8, 11 storing, 56 transporting, 56 turning on and off, 22 to 23, 59 R Registration, 11 Remote control batteries, 22 buttons, 10 lighting up buttons, 22 problems, 62 Replacing lamp, 52 to 54 Resetting lamp usage timer, 44, 55 projector settings, 44 Resolution...
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... Sleep mode, 47 Source buttons, 9, 10 Source, selecting image, 24 Specifications compatible video formats, 68 to 69 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 general, 65 lamp, 66 remote control, 66 Startup screen, selecting, 46 Static, 61 Storing projector, 56 Super-resolution, 41 Support, 12, 63 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 41 T Technical support, 12, 63 Test pattern, 25 THX setting, 29 Tint, 39 Tracking, 41 Transporting projector, 56 Trigger out port...
... Sleep mode, 47 Source buttons, 9, 10 Source, selecting image, 24 Specifications compatible video formats, 68 to 69 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 general, 65 lamp, 66 remote control, 66 Startup screen, selecting, 46 Static, 61 Storing projector, 56 Super-resolution, 41 Support, 12, 63 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 41 T Technical support, 12, 63 Test pattern, 25 THX setting, 29 Tint, 39 Tracking, 41 Transporting projector, 56 Trigger out port...
Product Brochure
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... 1-chip DLP projectors3 • Road-tested reliability from friends and family alike. Amazing light output • 1600 lumens color light output and 1600 lumens white light output2 • High color light output for bright, balanced, colorful images • Light output and performance to meet almost any need. Epson PowerLite® Home Cinema 8500 UB HOME THEATER PROJECTOR The best-selling projectors in mind, Epson high-definition projectors take home theater entertainment to a whole new level, featuring color and...
... 1-chip DLP projectors3 • Road-tested reliability from friends and family alike. Amazing light output • 1600 lumens color light output and 1600 lumens white light output2 • High color light output for bright, balanced, colorful images • Light output and performance to meet almost any need. Epson PowerLite® Home Cinema 8500 UB HOME THEATER PROJECTOR The best-selling projectors in mind, Epson high-definition projectors take home theater entertainment to a whole new level, featuring color and...
Product Brochure
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... for black levels, resolution, contrast, color gamut and signal processing Versatile Movie Mode settings - revolutionary Super-resolution technology enhances DVD, SD and HD content • Deep, dark blacks; PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB Features • Advanced video quality - crystal-clear detail - art lens by more natural picture Original picture Without HQV Reon-VX With HQV Reon-VX Images simulated to -life color - HQV processor, Super-resolution chip and THX certification...
... for black levels, resolution, contrast, color gamut and signal processing Versatile Movie Mode settings - revolutionary Super-resolution technology enhances DVD, SD and HD content • Deep, dark blacks; PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB Features • Advanced video quality - crystal-clear detail - art lens by more natural picture Original picture Without HQV Reon-VX With HQV Reon-VX Images simulated to -life color - HQV processor, Super-resolution chip and THX certification...
Product Brochure
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... PROJECTOR Product Name PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB Genuine Epson Lamp Air Filter Set Product Code V11H337020 V13H010L49 V13H134A21 UPC 0 10343 87439 8 0 10343 87268 4 0 10343 87269 1 Specifications Projection System 3LCD, 3-chip optical engine Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Projection Methods Front/rear/ceiling mount White Light Output2 1600 lumens (ISO 21118 standard) Color Light Output2 1600 lumens Aspect Ratio Native 16:9 widescreen (4:3 resize) Compatible with 4:3 and 16:9 video formats with Normal, Full or Zoom Modes Native Resolution...
... PROJECTOR Product Name PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB Genuine Epson Lamp Air Filter Set Product Code V11H337020 V13H010L49 V13H134A21 UPC 0 10343 87439 8 0 10343 87268 4 0 10343 87269 1 Specifications Projection System 3LCD, 3-chip optical engine Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Projection Methods Front/rear/ceiling mount White Light Output2 1600 lumens (ISO 21118 standard) Color Light Output2 1600 lumens Aspect Ratio Native 16:9 widescreen (4:3 resize) Compatible with 4:3 and 16:9 video formats with Normal, Full or Zoom Modes Native Resolution...
